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Vindaloo
Fiery and tangy vindaloo balances potent heat with sharp vinegar bite, transforming tender meat into an intensely flavorful curry. Aromatic spices, ginger, and garlic build complex layers while the vinegar cuts through richness and keeps flavors bright. Perfect for those craving bold, unapologetic heat and a dish that improves with time.
Cook time
1 hour 30 minutes
Total time
2 hours 45 minutes

Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork or chicken, cubed
- 1/2 cup vinegar
- 2 onions, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger paste
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 2 tbsp tamarind paste
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the cubed meat with vinegar, chili powder, cumin, turmeric, and salt for 1 hour.
- In a large pan or Dutch oven, sauté the onions until golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the marinated meat along with the marinade and cook on medium heat until the meat is tender, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- Stir in the tamarind paste and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or paratha.
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